Dallas: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Memorial Day
There are many events scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend in the Dallas area.
There are many events scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend in the Dallas area.
May Calendar
Dallas-Fort Worth calendar of events for May 2012.
Dallas-Fort Worth calendar of events for May 2012.
Water Parks
Texas summers are hot and water parks are a great way to chill. Most parks open in May and remain open until Labor Day weekend. Water parks usually have lockers for rent, food and beverages for sale and picnic tables.
Texas summers are hot and water parks are a great way to chill. Most parks open in May and remain open until Labor Day weekend. Water parks usually have lockers for rent, food and beverages for sale and picnic tables.
CityArts Festival
CityArts Festival offers activities and entertainment for families and art aficionados alike to enjoy against the backdrop of historic Fair Park during Memorial Day Weekend.
CityArts Festival offers activities and entertainment for families and art aficionados alike to enjoy against the backdrop of historic Fair Park during Memorial Day Weekend.
Summer Camps DFW
Summer camps keep the kids busy and having fun. Some are educational, some are athletic and some are just plain fun.
Summer camps keep the kids busy and having fun. Some are educational, some are athletic and some are just plain fun.
May Festivals
May is a great time to celebrate spring and enjoy an outdoor festival.
May is a great time to celebrate spring and enjoy an outdoor festival.
New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with these celebrations. Some are elegant sit-down dinners and some are on-your-feet-dancing parties. Many are some combination of the two. Some are non-traditional ways to celebrate like Prairie Lights or the Dallas Stars hockey game.
Ring in the New Year with these celebrations. Some are elegant sit-down dinners and some are on-your-feet-dancing parties. Many are some combination of the two. Some are non-traditional ways to celebrate like Prairie Lights or the Dallas Stars hockey game.
Birthday Party Locations
Need to plan a kid's birthday party? Unwrap all the details on where to have a great birthday party in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Need to plan a kid's birthday party? Unwrap all the details on where to have a great birthday party in Dallas-Fort Worth.
July 4th DFW
DFW celebrates July 4th in a big way -- as only Texans can. There are many places to attend festivals, celebrate and watch fabulous fireworks displays. Addison's Kaboom Town! is one of the best fireworks shows in the nation.
DFW celebrates July 4th in a big way -- as only Texans can. There are many places to attend festivals, celebrate and watch fabulous fireworks displays. Addison's Kaboom Town! is one of the best fireworks shows in the nation.
Five-Star Restaurants
Try this list of Dallas's five-star restaurants serving a variety of cuisines.
Try this list of Dallas's five-star restaurants serving a variety of cuisines.
Calculate Sales Tax
Calculate your local sales tax rate, including state sales tax and city and local sales and use taxes.
Calculate your local sales tax rate, including state sales tax and city and local sales and use taxes.
Energy Star Tax-Free Weekend
During Memorial Day weekend, Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales and use taxes on purchases of certain energy-efficient products. The 2012 ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. (after midnight) on Saturday, May 26, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 28 (Memorial Day).
During Memorial Day weekend, Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales and use taxes on purchases of certain energy-efficient products. The 2012 ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. (after midnight) on Saturday, May 26, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 28 (Memorial Day).
Lone Star Park
The 2011 Spring Thoroughbred Season kicks off on Thursday, April 14 at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie.
The 2011 Spring Thoroughbred Season kicks off on Thursday, April 14 at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie.
Dallas SprayParks
The Parks and Recreation Department of Dallas has several free spray parks that are open through the summer.
The Parks and Recreation Department of Dallas has several free spray parks that are open through the summer.
Dallas Voting
Find information on local, state and national elections. Dallas County election web sites will help you find polling places, ballot samples and other helpful information.
Find information on local, state and national elections. Dallas County election web sites will help you find polling places, ballot samples and other helpful information.
Grapevine Mills Mall
Grapevine Mills Mall is just north of the DFW airport. A popular shopping destination for locals and tourists, the mall has food, entertainment, and organized activities like MallWalkers and a kids' club.
Grapevine Mills Mall is just north of the DFW airport. A popular shopping destination for locals and tourists, the mall has food, entertainment, and organized activities like MallWalkers and a kids' club.
IMAX Theatres
For a really big screen experience, check out an IMAX theatre. The screen is so wide and so high that you will feel you are inside the film, but the size of the image does not diminish the quality. IMAX films come in all varieties, from museum-quality documentaries to the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
For a really big screen experience, check out an IMAX theatre. The screen is so wide and so high that you will feel you are inside the film, but the size of the image does not diminish the quality. IMAX films come in all varieties, from museum-quality documentaries to the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
JFK Timeline
When was JFK shot? What time was Lee Harvey Oswald arrested? The events of the JFK assassination happened quickly on Nov 22, 1963. Here is a brief timeline touching on the major points of the day and those following.
When was JFK shot? What time was Lee Harvey Oswald arrested? The events of the JFK assassination happened quickly on Nov 22, 1963. Here is a brief timeline touching on the major points of the day and those following.
GreatWolf
Great Wolf Lodge is an indoor and outdoor water park located in Grapevine, Texas.
Great Wolf Lodge is an indoor and outdoor water park located in Grapevine, Texas.
Best Tacos
There are tacos for every palate in Dallas from Tex-Mex to authentic. Here are the 10 best tacos in Dallas.
There are tacos for every palate in Dallas from Tex-Mex to authentic. Here are the 10 best tacos in Dallas.
Pepsi VH1 Fan Jam
The Pepsi VH1 Fan Jam kicked off Super Bowl fun at Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie February 3, 2011 starring Kid Rock, Duran Duran and Jason Derulo.
The Pepsi VH1 Fan Jam kicked off Super Bowl fun at Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie February 3, 2011 starring Kid Rock, Duran Duran and Jason Derulo.
March
DFW calendar of events for March 2012.
DFW calendar of events for March 2012.
Hollie Cavanagh Day in McKinney
Saturday, May 26, 2012 has been proclaimed Hollie Cavanagh Day in McKinney and the singer will be welcomed home with a parade and celebration.
Saturday, May 26, 2012 has been proclaimed Hollie Cavanagh Day in McKinney and the singer will be welcomed home with a parade and celebration.
Party at Build-A-Bear Workshop
Build-A-Bear Workshop lets the kids create their own stuffed animal, dress them, and accessorize them. The only limit is their imagination (and your wallet). Build-A-Bear Workshop offers party planning for groups of more than six.
Build-A-Bear Workshop lets the kids create their own stuffed animal, dress them, and accessorize them. The only limit is their imagination (and your wallet). Build-A-Bear Workshop offers party planning for groups of more than six.
Black Dog Man
Photos taken of the area on the day of the Kennedy assassination have been pored over by investigators and theorists alike in the years since. One mystery still unsolved is that of a mysterious silhouette leaning on the fence at the top of the grassy knoll. If you squint at the original photo, it looks like a black dog, hence the nickname “Black Dog Man”.
Photos taken of the area on the day of the Kennedy assassination have been pored over by investigators and theorists alike in the years since. One mystery still unsolved is that of a mysterious silhouette leaning on the fence at the top of the grassy knoll. If you squint at the original photo, it looks like a black dog, hence the nickname “Black Dog Man”.
Byron Nelson Golf Championship
The HP Byron Nelson Golf Championship is DFW's biggest sports attraction. It benefits the Salesmanship Club of Dallas.
The HP Byron Nelson Golf Championship is DFW's biggest sports attraction. It benefits the Salesmanship Club of Dallas.
Tarrant County Voting
Find information on local, state, and national elections. Tarrant County election web sites will help you find polling places, ballot samples and other information.
Find information on local, state, and national elections. Tarrant County election web sites will help you find polling places, ballot samples and other information.
Best Cupcakes
Cupcakes are quite possibly the perfect dessert. They're cute; they're affordable; they're delicious. They're great for parties and the perfect little sugar fix. And I'd like one right now!
Cupcakes are quite possibly the perfect dessert. They're cute; they're affordable; they're delicious. They're great for parties and the perfect little sugar fix. And I'd like one right now!
LSP Memorial Day Weekend
Celebrate Memorial Day With Lone Star Park. Enjoy a Food Truck Festial, live music, horses and more fun.
Celebrate Memorial Day With Lone Star Park. Enjoy a Food Truck Festial, live music, horses and more fun.
Free Museums
Dallas has museums with world-class art, in-depth history, and unique exhibits. These are some of the free museums in the Metroplex.
Dallas has museums with world-class art, in-depth history, and unique exhibits. These are some of the free museums in the Metroplex.
Grassy Knoll
Many witnesses claim they heard shots coming from the grassy knoll on the north side of Elm Street. The grassy knoll affords a clear view of the length of Elm Street.
Many witnesses claim they heard shots coming from the grassy knoll on the north side of Elm Street. The grassy knoll affords a clear view of the length of Elm Street.
ArlingtonSwimmingPools
Arlington has many great swimming pools.
Arlington has many great swimming pools.
Summer Fun 2012
School's out and it's hot! Your kids want to do something besides play video games and run up your electric bill. DFW has many great activities - some are even free!
School's out and it's hot! Your kids want to do something besides play video games and run up your electric bill. DFW has many great activities - some are even free!
DallasPublicPools
Dallas has seven public swimming pools that are open to the public from Memorial Day weekend through September 6, 2010.
Dallas has seven public swimming pools that are open to the public from Memorial Day weekend through September 6, 2010.
June
There's lots of fun things going on this June in DFW.
There's lots of fun things going on this June in DFW.
School Districts A-Z
More than six million people live in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and more than forty school districts serve the areas in and around Dallas and Fort Worth.
More than six million people live in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and more than forty school districts serve the areas in and around Dallas and Fort Worth.
Summer Concert Series
Dallas and Fort Worth offer a wide selection of summer concerts. Choose your favorite type of music and some concerts are even free.
Dallas and Fort Worth offer a wide selection of summer concerts. Choose your favorite type of music and some concerts are even free.
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DFW finally got a record: 71 days of triple-digit temperatures!
DFW finally got a record: 71 days of triple-digit temperatures!
FreeSummerFilms
School's out and it's a great time to catch up on movies. Several theaters and museums across DFW offer free films for the kids in the summer. Some places like city parks set up a big screen each week.
School's out and it's a great time to catch up on movies. Several theaters and museums across DFW offer free films for the kids in the summer. Some places like city parks set up a big screen each week.
ButterflyFestival
Plano's Butterfly Festival takes place each May at Collin Creek Mall in Plano.
Plano's Butterfly Festival takes place each May at Collin Creek Mall in Plano.
Dallas Malls
Dallas has malls tucked in every corner. With ice rinks, kids' play areas, and events, malls have more to offer than just shopping.
Dallas has malls tucked in every corner. With ice rinks, kids' play areas, and events, malls have more to offer than just shopping.
July
There are lots of concerts and events taking place in DFW in July 2011. Here are just a few great events.
There are lots of concerts and events taking place in DFW in July 2011. Here are just a few great events.
Prom Dress Shopping
DFW is a shopping mecca for formal wear like prom, formal dance or quinceanera dresses.
DFW is a shopping mecca for formal wear like prom, formal dance or quinceanera dresses.
Crowley ISD
Crowley Independent School District, located south of Fort Worth, has nearly 15,000 students. It serves the cities of Crowley, Edgecliff Park, and a portion of Fort Worth.
Crowley Independent School District, located south of Fort Worth, has nearly 15,000 students. It serves the cities of Crowley, Edgecliff Park, and a portion of Fort Worth.
Dallas Galleria
The Galleria Dallas is an upscale shopping mall located at the intersection of I-635 and the Dallas North Tollway. Anchor stores include Macy's, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. Don't miss great shopping at American Girl Boutique and Bistro, Tiffany & Co, Banana Republic, Gap, and the Westin Galleria.
The Galleria Dallas is an upscale shopping mall located at the intersection of I-635 and the Dallas North Tollway. Anchor stores include Macy's, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. Don't miss great shopping at American Girl Boutique and Bistro, Tiffany & Co, Banana Republic, Gap, and the Westin Galleria.
Best Restaurants - Sundance Sq
Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth, Texas has a wide selection of restaurants -- from fast food to fine dining. Here's a guide to finding the best restaurants in Sundance Square.
Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth, Texas has a wide selection of restaurants -- from fast food to fine dining. Here's a guide to finding the best restaurants in Sundance Square.
Texas School Book Depository
The Texas School Book Depository houses offices and the Sixth Floor Museum, a fascinating look at the life of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the national mood in the years leading up to and during his presidency, and the ideas and evidence behind many of the conspiracy theories that have developed since his death.
The Texas School Book Depository houses offices and the Sixth Floor Museum, a fascinating look at the life of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the national mood in the years leading up to and during his presidency, and the ideas and evidence behind many of the conspiracy theories that have developed since his death.
Texas Rangers
Let's Go Rangers! The Texas Rangers play major league baseball in the Rangers Ballpark at Arlington.
Let's Go Rangers! The Texas Rangers play major league baseball in the Rangers Ballpark at Arlington.
June Festivals
June is a month full of festivals and great summer activities.
June is a month full of festivals and great summer activities.
Walking Tour of Downtown
Enjoy this walking tour which takes you past some of downtown Dallas's nicest parks and well-known buildings. The entire tour can be completed in about forty-five minutes, but I encourage you to stop and relax in the parks, take in some shopping, and try the restaurants along the way.
Enjoy this walking tour which takes you past some of downtown Dallas's nicest parks and well-known buildings. The entire tour can be completed in about forty-five minutes, but I encourage you to stop and relax in the parks, take in some shopping, and try the restaurants along the way.
DFW Brunch Locations
Many restaurants in DFW offer brunch on the weekends. Some offer Sunday buffet brunches.
Many restaurants in DFW offer brunch on the weekends. Some offer Sunday buffet brunches.
Dallas Dog Parks
Many cities have great parks for your best friend to exercise and socialize. Most have water fountains.
Many cities have great parks for your best friend to exercise and socialize. Most have water fountains.
Best BBQ
DFW loves us some barbecue! Who do you think smokes the best?
DFW loves us some barbecue! Who do you think smokes the best?
Queen Anne's Lace
Queen Anne's Lace (daucus carota) is another one of those flowers that all the butterflies seem to love. A native of Europe and southwest Asia, Queen Anne's Lace has naturalized all over the United States. It usually blooms in the spring in Texas, although in a wet summer, it will continue blooming through August.
Queen Anne's Lace (daucus carota) is another one of those flowers that all the butterflies seem to love. A native of Europe and southwest Asia, Queen Anne's Lace has naturalized all over the United States. It usually blooms in the spring in Texas, although in a wet summer, it will continue blooming through August.
Crowne Plaza Colonial Results
David Toms won the 2011 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial.
David Toms won the 2011 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial.
April Festivals DFW
April is a great month to get out and enjoy the many festivals Dallas has to offer.
April is a great month to get out and enjoy the many festivals Dallas has to offer.
Looking at Elm Street from the Grassy Knoll
This photo was taken from the grassy knoll. The route of the presidential motorcade would have taken John F. Kennedy across this view twice.
This photo was taken from the grassy knoll. The route of the presidential motorcade would have taken John F. Kennedy across this view twice.
Smoking Man Drain
In 1997, researchers tested a long-standing theory that someone could have hidden in the storm drain, shot President Kennedy, and escaped under the city.
In 1997, researchers tested a long-standing theory that someone could have hidden in the storm drain, shot President Kennedy, and escaped under the city.
April
Dallas-Fort Worth calendar of events for April 2012.
Dallas-Fort Worth calendar of events for April 2012.
Downtown
For a long time, downtown Dallas was the business district and nothing else. Streets cleared out shortly after five. Historic buildings sat empty at night, some empty during the day. In the last decade, the city of Dallas and several developers have made a concerted effort to bring life back to downtown. Nowadays, downtown still has the businesses, but the efforts have brought in urban dwellers, more shopping, nightlife—downtown Dallas has a character all its own.
For a long time, downtown Dallas was the business district and nothing else. Streets cleared out shortly after five. Historic buildings sat empty at night, some empty during the day. In the last decade, the city of Dallas and several developers have made a concerted effort to bring life back to downtown. Nowadays, downtown still has the businesses, but the efforts have brought in urban dwellers, more shopping, nightlife—downtown Dallas has a character all its own.
Ice Cream
DFW has many great places to enjoy a frozen treat and beat the Texas heat.
DFW has many great places to enjoy a frozen treat and beat the Texas heat.
Preston Hollow
One of the most desirable Dallas neighborhoods is Preston Hollow. President Bush lives here.
One of the most desirable Dallas neighborhoods is Preston Hollow. President Bush lives here.
Fathers Day 2011
June 19, 2011 is Father's Day. Give him something special because Dads are really special.
June 19, 2011 is Father's Day. Give him something special because Dads are really special.
JFK Memorial
Less than two blocks away from where President Kennedy was shot, the city of Dallas and many donors erected a monument to the fallen president. The JFK Memorial is a simple monument.
Less than two blocks away from where President Kennedy was shot, the city of Dallas and many donors erected a monument to the fallen president. The JFK Memorial is a simple monument.
Tax Free Weekend
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 19, 20, 21, 2011 - the state's annual tax holiday. Lay-away plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday.
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 19, 20, 21, 2011 - the state's annual tax holiday. Lay-away plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday.
Best Margaritas
When it's 110 degrees in August, what tastes better than an icy margarita? That's right. Nothing. DFW makes the best margs ever.
When it's 110 degrees in August, what tastes better than an icy margarita? That's right. Nothing. DFW makes the best margs ever.
Plano Public Pools
The city of Plano has five public pools. Some are open year-round. Some have water slides and play areas.
The city of Plano has five public pools. Some are open year-round. Some have water slides and play areas.
Frisco Spray Parks
Enjoy a Sprayground when temperatures climb in Frisco.
Enjoy a Sprayground when temperatures climb in Frisco.
Senior Citizens Military Discounts
Many DFW businesses offer senior citizen and/or military discounts.
Many DFW businesses offer senior citizen and/or military discounts.
Required Vaccinations
Children attending school in Texas are required to have been vaccinated for nine communicable diseases before entering grades kindergarten through twelfth. Children attending day care in Texas must also be vaccinated for three more communicable diseases.
Children attending school in Texas are required to have been vaccinated for nine communicable diseases before entering grades kindergarten through twelfth. Children attending day care in Texas must also be vaccinated for three more communicable diseases.
Reunion Tower
Reunion Tower is a highlight of the Dallas skyline.
Reunion Tower is a highlight of the Dallas skyline.
Main Street Days in Grapevine
Late in May of each year, Grapevine celebrates Main Street Days. The outdoor festival always has music, arts and crafts, and entertainment. Exhibits and demonstrations highlight the opportunities for outdoor activities available in the Metroplex.
Late in May of each year, Grapevine celebrates Main Street Days. The outdoor festival always has music, arts and crafts, and entertainment. Exhibits and demonstrations highlight the opportunities for outdoor activities available in the Metroplex.
Pro Baseball in the Metroplex
The Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex has five professional baseball teams. The Texas Rangers, a Major League team, play at the Ballpark at Arlington. The Frisco Roughriders, affiliate to the Texas Rangers, play at the Dr. Pepper Ballpark in Frisco. The Fort Worth Cats play at historic LaGrave Field and the Tarrant Blue Thunder play at Crosstimbers Ballpark in North Richland Hills. The Grand Prairie AirHogs play at the Stadium at Lone Star Park.
The Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex has five professional baseball teams. The Texas Rangers, a Major League team, play at the Ballpark at Arlington. The Frisco Roughriders, affiliate to the Texas Rangers, play at the Dr. Pepper Ballpark in Frisco. The Fort Worth Cats play at historic LaGrave Field and the Tarrant Blue Thunder play at Crosstimbers Ballpark in North Richland Hills. The Grand Prairie AirHogs play at the Stadium at Lone Star Park.
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine bar restaurant that incorporates ingredients and menu items that are indigenous to Texas. Seasons 52 boasts 63 wines by-the-glass and nothing on the menu over 475 calories.
Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine bar restaurant that incorporates ingredients and menu items that are indigenous to Texas. Seasons 52 boasts 63 wines by-the-glass and nothing on the menu over 475 calories.
Trumpet Vine
The Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans), also called the Trumpet Flower, Devil's Shoestring, or Foxglove Vine, is a native plant that is drought-tolerant and winter-hardy. It blooms profusely in the sunshine and is a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies.
The Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans), also called the Trumpet Flower, Devil's Shoestring, or Foxglove Vine, is a native plant that is drought-tolerant and winter-hardy. It blooms profusely in the sunshine and is a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies.
Texas School Book Depository Sniper's Nest
The Warren Commission believed that Lee Harvey Oswald fired out of a corner window on the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository. Cardboard boxes were found arranged in a “sniper's nest” looking over Houston Street and Elm Street.
The Warren Commission believed that Lee Harvey Oswald fired out of a corner window on the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository. Cardboard boxes were found arranged in a “sniper's nest” looking over Houston Street and Elm Street.
State Fair of Texas
Fall in Dallas means the State Fair of Texas. It's time for corny dogs, funnel cakes, the Texas Star and some great football.
Fall in Dallas means the State Fair of Texas. It's time for corny dogs, funnel cakes, the Texas Star and some great football.
Inside the JFK Memorial
Inside the JFK Memorial is a low granite square with the name John Fitzgerald Kennedy carved in it and painted gold to reflect the light from the white walls.
Inside the JFK Memorial is a low granite square with the name John Fitzgerald Kennedy carved in it and painted gold to reflect the light from the white walls.
Burger's Lake
Burger's Lake is a one-acre spring-fed swimming hole inside Loop 820 in Fort Worth. A great way to cool down in summer, the lake is surrounded by a thirty-acre recreational area.
Burger's Lake is a one-acre spring-fed swimming hole inside Loop 820 in Fort Worth. A great way to cool down in summer, the lake is surrounded by a thirty-acre recreational area.
Cottage
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Knitting Boutiques
Knitting boutiques are as unique as their owners. While most will carry a good selection of high-end yarns and patterns, the precise stock will vary according to the owners' likes as well as the likes and interests of their customers. The social aspect of knitting is another important consideration when choosing a store. All these knitteries have classes and other gatherings.
Knitting boutiques are as unique as their owners. While most will carry a good selection of high-end yarns and patterns, the precise stock will vary according to the owners' likes as well as the likes and interests of their customers. The social aspect of knitting is another important consideration when choosing a store. All these knitteries have classes and other gatherings.
DFW Based Fortune 500
There are 24 Fortune 500 companies based in the DFW area.
There are 24 Fortune 500 companies based in the DFW area.
July Festivals DFW
There are some fun-filled festivals during July 2011.
There are some fun-filled festivals during July 2011.
Spring Break
There are so many great things to do during Spring Break in the DFW Area. Plan a staycation!
There are so many great things to do during Spring Break in the DFW Area. Plan a staycation!
Stonebriar Centre
Stonebriar Centre is a shopping mall in Frisco, Texas with over 150 stores.
Stonebriar Centre is a shopping mall in Frisco, Texas with over 150 stores.
Kaboomtown2010
Kaboom Town! is a nationally-recognized fireworks show that takes place in the town of Addison on July 3rd each year. This year Kaboom Town! celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Kaboom Town! is a nationally-recognized fireworks show that takes place in the town of Addison on July 3rd each year. This year Kaboom Town! celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Mothers Day 2010
This day is all about Mom. Whether you're shopping for your Mother or your wife (from the kids, wink wink), here are some of my favorite ideas for great Mother's Day gifts. Happy Mother's Day.
This day is all about Mom. Whether you're shopping for your Mother or your wife (from the kids, wink wink), here are some of my favorite ideas for great Mother's Day gifts. Happy Mother's Day.
Texas Rangers World Series T-Shirts
World Series t-shirts are available in a very limited supply at DFW retailers. Words spreads quickly when the trucks arrive at your favorite sporting good stores and the shirts and flying out the doors as quickly as they enter.
World Series t-shirts are available in a very limited supply at DFW retailers. Words spreads quickly when the trucks arrive at your favorite sporting good stores and the shirts and flying out the doors as quickly as they enter.
Allen Premium Outlets
Allen Premium Outlets is a great place to find discounts on your favorite designer items.
Allen Premium Outlets is a great place to find discounts on your favorite designer items.
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille opened up in Plano and it's one fantastic night out on the town.
The Capital Grille opened up in Plano and it's one fantastic night out on the town.
Rainforest Cafe
Rainforest Cafe is a restaurant in Grapevine Mills Mall complete with lush tropical landscaping including waterfalls.
Rainforest Cafe is a restaurant in Grapevine Mills Mall complete with lush tropical landscaping including waterfalls.
Colonial
Fort Worth is home to the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial Country Club.
Fort Worth is home to the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial Country Club.
Pumpkin Patches
DFW has many pumpkin patches where you can pick out your own pumpkin. The pumpkin farms make a great backdrop for taking family photos.
DFW has many pumpkin patches where you can pick out your own pumpkin. The pumpkin farms make a great backdrop for taking family photos.
Beautiful Garden Reminds Me That I Have a Lot of Work to do at Home
After spending a sunny afternoon during the first week of "Dallas Blooms," I went home to examine my
After spending a sunny afternoon during the first week of "Dallas Blooms," I went home to examine my
Fort Worth Nature Center
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge is 3600 acres of what the Dallas Fort Worth area used to look like.
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge is 3600 acres of what the Dallas Fort Worth area used to look like.
Labor Day 2011
Labor Day weekend is the turning point where DFW looks to fall.
Labor Day weekend is the turning point where DFW looks to fall.
Best Pizza
DFW has many great restaurants to enjoy a slice of pie. What's your favorite place?
DFW has many great restaurants to enjoy a slice of pie. What's your favorite place?
Old Mill Inn at Fair Park
The Old Mill Inn at Fair Park provides home-cooked fare at reasonable prices. The menu offers a simple assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, but we found it had plenty for us.
The Old Mill Inn at Fair Park provides home-cooked fare at reasonable prices. The menu offers a simple assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, but we found it had plenty for us.
August Calendar
There are lots of fun things to do in August 2012 in DFW.
There are lots of fun things to do in August 2012 in DFW.
2011 Bumblebee Camaro
The State Fair of Texas Auto Show is a 300,000 sq. ft. extravaganza and plays an integral role in the annual exposition, which runs through October 17, 2010.
The State Fair of Texas Auto Show is a 300,000 sq. ft. extravaganza and plays an integral role in the annual exposition, which runs through October 17, 2010.
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
2009 Dodge Ram in Camo at the 2008 Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas
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Angela gets her Meteorology Degree today -- with one good guess.
Angela gets her Meteorology Degree today -- with one good guess.
DFW Weather
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex has its share of wacky weather, but for the most part, our seasons are predictable: hot in the spring, really hot in the summer, hot in the fall, and intermittently hot and cold in the winter.
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex has its share of wacky weather, but for the most part, our seasons are predictable: hot in the spring, really hot in the summer, hot in the fall, and intermittently hot and cold in the winter.
Buffett 2012
A Jimmy Buffett concert is a festival experience but it's been moved from Frisco to Dallas in 2012.
A Jimmy Buffett concert is a festival experience but it's been moved from Frisco to Dallas in 2012.
December DFW Calendar
There are lots of great things to do each December in Dallas-Fort Worth. Pencil in some fun.
There are lots of great things to do each December in Dallas-Fort Worth. Pencil in some fun.
Chloe Colman-Hollie Cavanagh
One of my favorite TV shows is American Idol so it was an honor for me to sit down Monday with singer/vocal
One of my favorite TV shows is American Idol so it was an honor for me to sit down Monday with singer/vocal
Top 10 Foods State Fair
There are some great foods at the State Fair of Texas. Yes, many of them are fried. Here are my top picks. Don't miss the State Fair of Texas September 24 - October 17, 2010.
There are some great foods at the State Fair of Texas. Yes, many of them are fried. Here are my top picks. Don't miss the State Fair of Texas September 24 - October 17, 2010.
Local Astronomy Clubs
The Dallas area contains a plethora of astronomy clubs, many with around one hundred members, so it's clearly a popular hobby. Here are just a few of the local astronomy clubs.
The Dallas area contains a plethora of astronomy clubs, many with around one hundred members, so it's clearly a popular hobby. Here are just a few of the local astronomy clubs.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District
Unique Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is Tuesday, February 14, 2012.
Valentine's Day is Tuesday, February 14, 2012.
Garland ISD
Garland Independent School District is the twelfth largest school district in Texas with more than 58,000 students. It serves the cities of Garland, Rowlett, Sachse, Wylie, and Dallas.
Garland Independent School District is the twelfth largest school district in Texas with more than 58,000 students. It serves the cities of Garland, Rowlett, Sachse, Wylie, and Dallas.
A Tour of Downtown Plano
Haggard Park in downtown Plano is a public park with a pond, gazebo, playground, and picnic areas.
Haggard Park in downtown Plano is a public park with a pond, gazebo, playground, and picnic areas.
Hike and Bike Trails
The Dallas area has excellent weather for outdoor activities. Here is a collection of hike and bike trails in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Remember your sunscreen and hat and some comfortable shoes and get outdoors.
The Dallas area has excellent weather for outdoor activities. Here is a collection of hike and bike trails in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Remember your sunscreen and hat and some comfortable shoes and get outdoors.
JFK Memorial Plaque
JFK Memorial Plaque
JFK Memorial Plaque
Christmas Lights
DFW has many unique holiday lighting displays to view. Admission is usually free.
DFW has many unique holiday lighting displays to view. Admission is usually free.
Fort Worth Cultural District
Spend a day in the Fort Worth Cultural District exploring museums and attending cultural events.
Spend a day in the Fort Worth Cultural District exploring museums and attending cultural events.
Dallas ISD
The Dallas Independent School District is the second largest school district in Texas after Houston ISD and the twelfth largest in the nation with over 158,000 students. It serves the cities of Dallas, Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Desoto, Duncanville, Ferris, Garland, Grand Prairie, Hutchins, Lancaster, Mesquite, Seagoville, and Wilmer with 22 High Schools, nine Magnet High Schools, seven Alternative School Programs, 32 middle schools, and 155 elementary schools.
The Dallas Independent School District is the second largest school district in Texas after Houston ISD and the twelfth largest in the nation with over 158,000 students. It serves the cities of Dallas, Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Desoto, Duncanville, Ferris, Garland, Grand Prairie, Hutchins, Lancaster, Mesquite, Seagoville, and Wilmer with 22 High Schools, nine Magnet High Schools, seven Alternative School Programs, 32 middle schools, and 155 elementary schools.
Admiral's Club in Terminal C
The Admiral's Club in Terminal C at DFW provides a nice place to unwind and relax before a flight or during a layover. Quiet, free wi-fi, full bar, and decent snack menu makes the time pass quickly.
The Admiral's Club in Terminal C at DFW provides a nice place to unwind and relax before a flight or during a layover. Quiet, free wi-fi, full bar, and decent snack menu makes the time pass quickly.
VW Bus
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
The 2007 Dallas Blooms celebration at the Dallas Arboretum showcases several hundred thousand flowers. Here are just a few.
Hall of Fame Cowboys
There are 12 Dallas Cowboys enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. The list includes 10 players, Head Coach Tom Landry, and Dallas Cowboys President/General Manager Tex Schramm.
There are 12 Dallas Cowboys enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. The list includes 10 players, Head Coach Tom Landry, and Dallas Cowboys President/General Manager Tex Schramm.
Metroplex Rec Centers
Getting fit doesn't need to be expensive. These city-owned recreation centers have a variety of classes and facilities ranging from aerobics, basketball, and martial arts classes to free weights and the latest Nautilus equipment. Some even have swimming pools and indoor tracks.
Getting fit doesn't need to be expensive. These city-owned recreation centers have a variety of classes and facilities ranging from aerobics, basketball, and martial arts classes to free weights and the latest Nautilus equipment. Some even have swimming pools and indoor tracks.
July 4th Gear
DFW has lots of places where you can buy party supplies and clothing for your July 4th celebration.
DFW has lots of places where you can buy party supplies and clothing for your July 4th celebration.
Grand Prairie ISD
Grand Prairie Independent School District is located between Dallas and Fort Worth and has more than 25,500 students.
Grand Prairie Independent School District is located between Dallas and Fort Worth and has more than 25,500 students.
FW Stock Show & Rodeo
The annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been going on for more than a century. Every year, animals from around the state and some from around the world show and compete at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in the Fort Worth Cultural District.
The annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been going on for more than a century. Every year, animals from around the state and some from around the world show and compete at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in the Fort Worth Cultural District.
Dallas World Aquarium
The Dallas World Aquarium showcases a variety of exotic and endangered species in a series of ecosystems designed to make the animals feel at home. Visitors wind through the exhibits on gently sloped paths with plenty of places for grandparents and toddlers to sit a moment. Three restaurants provide fine dining—and kids' meals—at the end of an enjoyable visit.
The Dallas World Aquarium showcases a variety of exotic and endangered species in a series of ecosystems designed to make the animals feel at home. Visitors wind through the exhibits on gently sloped paths with plenty of places for grandparents and toddlers to sit a moment. Three restaurants provide fine dining—and kids' meals—at the end of an enjoyable visit.
Arlington ISD
Arlington Independent School District is the eighth largest school district in Texas and the 66th in the nation with more than 63,000 students.
Arlington Independent School District is the eighth largest school district in Texas and the 66th in the nation with more than 63,000 students.
August
Wow is it hot. But we have some cool festivals and events in DFW!
Wow is it hot. But we have some cool festivals and events in DFW!
2011 Dallas Cowboys Schedule
Jerry Jones is the owner, president and general manager. Jason Garrett replaced Wade Phillips midway
Jerry Jones is the owner, president and general manager. Jason Garrett replaced Wade Phillips midway
Main Street Days 2007
Main Street Days 2007 in Grapevine, Texas celebrated the outdoors in the Metroplex area, as well as bringing in local and national talent in the arts and entertainment.
Main Street Days 2007 in Grapevine, Texas celebrated the outdoors in the Metroplex area, as well as bringing in local and national talent in the arts and entertainment.
Jack and the Beanstalk
In the story of "Jack and the Beanstalk," Jack was supposed to sell the family's cow for food but he
In the story of "Jack and the Beanstalk," Jack was supposed to sell the family's cow for food but he
Walking Tour West End
The Sixth Floor Museum holds all the history and conspiracies surrounding the JFK assassination.
The Sixth Floor Museum holds all the history and conspiracies surrounding the JFK assassination.
Elm Place
Some theories of the Kennedy assassination point out that a second-floor window was partially open on the Elm Place building.
Some theories of the Kennedy assassination point out that a second-floor window was partially open on the Elm Place building.
Hurricane Harbor Job Fair
Who wouldn't want to work at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Arlington, Texas? It's a cool and fun place to work!
Who wouldn't want to work at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Arlington, Texas? It's a cool and fun place to work!
Christmas in Dallas
Need a break from shopping, baking and mailing holiday cards,create some new traditions with family and friends at DFW’s favorite holiday-themed entertainment venues. The metroplex has many holiday events that will be fun for the entire family. Take some time out of your hectic schedule to have a little holiday fun.
Need a break from shopping, baking and mailing holiday cards,create some new traditions with family and friends at DFW’s favorite holiday-themed entertainment venues. The metroplex has many holiday events that will be fun for the entire family. Take some time out of your hectic schedule to have a little holiday fun.
Bluebonnets Thrive in Open Fields
Bluebonnets are the state flower of Texas. And they are beautiful!
Bluebonnets are the state flower of Texas. And they are beautiful!
Tim Halperin Post Idol
Tim Halperin was a contestant on Season 10 of American Idol. He made the Top 24. After elimination he's thanking fans with a free download.
Tim Halperin was a contestant on Season 10 of American Idol. He made the Top 24. After elimination he's thanking fans with a free download.
Interurban Railway Museum
An old-timey train car and railroad depot sit in the corner of Haggard Park near downtown Plano, housing the Interurban Railway Museum. From 1908 to 1948, the railroad depot served as a stop along the Texas Electric Railway as it ran from Denison to Dallas.
An old-timey train car and railroad depot sit in the corner of Haggard Park near downtown Plano, housing the Interurban Railway Museum. From 1908 to 1948, the railroad depot served as a stop along the Texas Electric Railway as it ran from Denison to Dallas.
Haunted Houses
The Dallas area has some of the nation's largest haunted houses, including one that made it into the Guinness Book of World Records in 2006.
The Dallas area has some of the nation's largest haunted houses, including one that made it into the Guinness Book of World Records in 2006.
Sixth Floor Museum
The Sixth Floor Museum in the Texas School Book Depository building houses a collection of artifacts, films, and impressions relating to the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
The Sixth Floor Museum in the Texas School Book Depository building houses a collection of artifacts, films, and impressions relating to the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
DeGolyer Garden Cafe
The DeGolyer Garden Cafe, located on the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum, offers a tasty selection of tea sandwiches, quiches, vegetarian fare, and soups and salads, all with a view of the gardens.
The DeGolyer Garden Cafe, located on the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum, offers a tasty selection of tea sandwiches, quiches, vegetarian fare, and soups and salads, all with a view of the gardens.
Nasher
The vision for The Nasher Sculpture Center was for it to be a "museum without a roof." Beautiful works
The vision for The Nasher Sculpture Center was for it to be a "museum without a roof." Beautiful works
Bridal Shows
Bridal shows are a great, one-stop place to find everything you'll need to make your big day perfect. Representatives are on hand to answer questions, make suggestions, discuss options and make appointments. You'll leave with fresh ideas, a purseful of business cards and maybe some swag.
Bridal shows are a great, one-stop place to find everything you'll need to make your big day perfect. Representatives are on hand to answer questions, make suggestions, discuss options and make appointments. You'll leave with fresh ideas, a purseful of business cards and maybe some swag.
Heritage Senior Center
The Heritage Senior Center in Irving provides recreational activities, hot meals, and informative classes for senior citizens.
The Heritage Senior Center in Irving provides recreational activities, hot meals, and informative classes for senior citizens.
Giant Spider Web at Lake Tawakoni
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
In August 2007, Texas Parks and Wildlife officials noticed a huge spiderweb spanning two-hundred feet of trail. Primarily formed by long-jawed orb weavers, the spiderweb spread out to cover more territory by Labor Day.
Mobile Pet Grooming
Mobile Pet Grooming
Mobile Pet Grooming
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant in Haltom City serves up good Mexican food at a reasonable price. Lately moved into a new building, Oscar's has been a mainstay of Haltom City for nearly fifteen years. A small outdoor seating area has shade over it to protect customers from the summer sun or spring and fall rains.
Oscar's Mexican Restaurant in Haltom City serves up good Mexican food at a reasonable price. Lately moved into a new building, Oscar's has been a mainstay of Haltom City for nearly fifteen years. A small outdoor seating area has shade over it to protect customers from the summer sun or spring and fall rains.
Comedy Clubs
No kidding, DFW has some great comedy nightclubs. Laughter burns calories too!
No kidding, DFW has some great comedy nightclubs. Laughter burns calories too!
Old Red Courthouse
The Old Red Courthouse in downtown Dallas is a fine example of the courthouse-building fervor that swept through Texas in the 1880s and 1890s. In an imposing Romanesque style with turrets and gargoyles (actually wyverns), the courthouse dominates the area near Dealey Plaza, even though it is not as tall as many of the surrounding buildings.
The Old Red Courthouse in downtown Dallas is a fine example of the courthouse-building fervor that swept through Texas in the 1880s and 1890s. In an imposing Romanesque style with turrets and gargoyles (actually wyverns), the courthouse dominates the area near Dealey Plaza, even though it is not as tall as many of the surrounding buildings.
Babe's
Babe's Chicken Dinner Restaurant is a family-style restaurant serving the best in Southern style comfort food.
Babe's Chicken Dinner Restaurant is a family-style restaurant serving the best in Southern style comfort food.
Health Fairs
There are many health fairs and wellness opportunities in DFW.
There are many health fairs and wellness opportunities in DFW.